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European Parliament approves financial programme of 115 million for defence

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Briefings

The European Parliament approved the AGILE defense financial program on October 6, 2026, allocating 115 million euros to support small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging defense technologies. The legislation passed 536 votes to 101 against with 16 abstentions, aiming to bridge the gap between defense contractors and SMEs through accelerated funding and certification access.

Key points

• The AGILE program was approved by the European Parliament on October 6, 2026, with 115 million euros allocated for SMEs in emerging defense technologies.
• The legislation passed 536 votes to 101 against with 16 abstentions, establishing a new financial framework for defense innovation.

Context

The AGILE program aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging defense technologies, bridging the gap between defense contractors and SMEs through accelerated funding and certification access.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the October 6, 2026, parliamentary vote; specific SME adoption rates, certification timelines, or future budget allocations remain unverified.

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